Yup, that's my favorite. Anybody know the guys name, and what race it was?NEESE_GSX-R600 wrote:that guy getting back on his bike at the end of the clip was crazy
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- Tue Aug 07, 2007 12:27 pm
- Forum: Racers
- Topic: Cool Crashes
- Replies: 15
- Views: 19025
- Tue Aug 07, 2007 12:24 pm
- Forum: Racers
- Topic: question about backing it in
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4868
question about backing it in
How does backing it in actually work? Is the rear tire locked up during corner entry, or just on the verge of lock up? How do the pros avoid high siding? When do you get on the gas and off the brake? Anybody got slow-motion video that explains it? What kind of speeds are they doing this at? Is this ...
- Tue Apr 10, 2007 8:03 pm
- Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
- Topic: KBC helmet visor problem
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2043
found the problem
I found a guy with the same helmet as me. After looking at the visor closely I realized that one of the tabs was broken. It's the second one from the bottom of the visor. The tab should come out then down, like an "L". Damn what a crappy design. Basically anytime the visor gets bumped open further t...
- Tue Apr 03, 2007 11:08 am
- Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
- Topic: KBC helmet visor problem
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2043
Can you go to the place you got your helmet at and ask someone there to take a visor off a helmet and check if it works on yours? Then maybe you will know if it's your visor that's the problem. Good idea, I'll try that. Like you, I won't buy another KBC until they design a better way to attach the ...
- Mon Apr 02, 2007 5:30 pm
- Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
- Topic: KBC helmet visor problem
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2043
KBC helmet visor problem
Got a KBC Force RR last August. Fits great, light weight; vent covers are poor quality, and the visor attachment is a PITA. Wish I'd bought a Force S, doesn't have the crappy vent covers. The part that the visor snaps onto (KBC calls them base plates) went bad after 2 months. KBC sent me a free set ...
- Thu Mar 29, 2007 2:52 pm
- Forum: Beginning Bikers
- Topic: seat cover for hot sunny days?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3326
seat cover for hot sunny days?
I commute on my bike and there is no shady place to park it at work. So the black plastic seat bakes in the sun and gets up to about 1000F. Does anyone sell small covers that just go over the seat -- one I could use just when it's parked -- to keep it cool? Anybody try making something like this? I'...
- Thu Mar 29, 2007 2:45 pm
- Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
- Topic: Kevlar jackets?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3318
Cycleport - best for me
I've done a ton of research into high end stuff like perforated leather, Aerostich, Cycleport (was called Motoport), Rukka, etc. Leather, even the perforated kind, I've heard is pretty hot in stop-and-go traffic. Also too heavy for my taste. Rukka has Aramid jackets/pants, but each piece is about $1...
- Tue Sep 12, 2006 12:25 pm
- Forum: Product Reviews
- Topic: Olympia Model 340 Vented Kevlar Protector Gloves
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2394
Olympia Model 340 Vented Kevlar Protector Gloves
Got the Olympia Model 340 Vented Kevlar Protector gloves about a month ago. I commute every day, so I've got about 1000 miles on them. Nice gloves, and seem like they'd give great protection -- not as good as race gloves, but better than 95% of the street gloves at most shops. They aren't as cool as...
- Thu Aug 17, 2006 1:44 pm
- Forum: Beginning Bikers
- Topic: Survival and riding a pedal bike vs riding a motorcycle
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2444
dirt don't hurt
Yeah, good point. After numerous mountain bike crashes I can safely say that it's much harder to get hurt when crashing on dirt. I would consider riding off-road w/o full gear if I wasn't pushing my limits. No cages to dodge, and you'll be expecting gravel/sand/roots in the corners.
- Thu Aug 17, 2006 1:39 pm
- Forum: Beginning Bikers
- Topic: Helmet Fit Guidelines...
- Replies: 47
- Views: 251901
my helmet buying experience
Excellent post on page 1 LionLady! My experience buying a helmet: * most shops don't take returns. Since damage isn't always visible I don't blame them. But all will let you walk around the store with the helmet on for 30 min. while you shop for other stuff. Even 5 min. will give you a good idea if ...
- Thu Aug 17, 2006 1:08 pm
- Forum: Beginning Bikers
- Topic: Survival and riding a pedal bike vs riding a motorcycle
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2444
Survival and riding a pedal bike vs riding a motorcycle
Who else on this list considers themselves a strong bicyclist? I've raced both road (8 yrs) and mountain bikes (4 yrs), and think it gives me a huge advantage surviving as a new motorcyclist. Countersteering, straightening the bike up before braking hard, grabbing the front brake hard, riding in str...
- Mon Aug 14, 2006 11:53 am
- Forum: Product Reviews
- Topic: Cargo Nets
- Replies: 14
- Views: 7159
smaller holes, moveable hooks rule
I like the cargo nets that have smaller holes, so you can carry small stuff without it getting ejected. Aerostich.com sells a nice one, unstretched the holes are about 1.5"x1.5" (ask them if it really matters to you). Some shops probably carry the same thing. Also, look for cargo nets where the hook...
- Sun Aug 13, 2006 11:42 am
- Forum: Motorcycle Reviews
- Topic: riding at altitude - carburetor or fuel injector?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 12901
got an SV
I ended up getting a carbureted 2001 SV650, because it was the cheapest reliable bike that put a big grin on my face. The 2003 SV bikes with FI are more than I wanted to spend. And since I commute on it most of my miles are at 5000', no problems after 500 miles. I'll be curious to see how it perform...
- Sun Aug 13, 2006 11:35 am
- Forum: Product Reviews
- Topic: best armored gloves for summer street use?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4979
found some gloves
Wow, 42 people viewed my post, no suggestions. Gotta be a record! I bought the Olympia Model 340 Vented Kevlar Protector Gloves at my local shop. Only has a vent on the back, but after talking with other riders it seems like that is sufficient unless you have hot hands or live somewhere like Houston...
- Fri Aug 11, 2006 11:12 am
- Forum: Beginning Bikers
- Topic: difficulty in corners greater than 90 degrees
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3999
wasn't looking for the exit
As GrandGT and plasmabot guessed, I wasn't looking at the exit of the corner. But I realized the problem only shows up on turns that are greater than 90 degrees, usually when the road surface is out of sight (like a 15 mph switchback when going uphill, or an off camber turn). I look at the farthest ...
- Wed Aug 09, 2006 12:23 pm
- Forum: Beginning Bikers
- Topic: difficulty in corners greater than 90 degrees
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3999
difficulty in corners greater than 90 degrees
So I took the MSF course, had my bike for a week now, love it. I countersteer unless at low speeds. But if I need to lean over more in the middle of a tight corner (I'm aware this means I didn't ride a good line) it feels like pushing on the bar doesn't work. What's going on here? Do I need to push ...
- Wed Aug 09, 2006 12:07 pm
- Forum: Beginning Bikers
- Topic: can't remember to cancel turn signals. tips?
- Replies: 24
- Views: 8689
can't remember to cancel turn signals. tips?
I've had my bike for a week now. When doing quick lane changes I have no problem remembering to cancel my turn signal. But when making a turn at an intersection, where the blinker is on for 10 seconds or more, it just slips my mind. Too many other things to worry about. Usually half a mile later I n...
- Mon Aug 07, 2006 3:02 pm
- Forum: Product Reviews
- Topic: best armored gloves for summer street use?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4979
best armored gloves for summer street use?
I'm looking for an armored glove for summer street use. 80-95 F, low humidity. I make my living with my hands, so at a minimum I want armored knuckles, a palm with good abrasion resistance, and some wrist protection. Preferrably black with no graphics. I really like the feel of the Olympia 734, but ...
- Fri Jul 28, 2006 2:21 pm
- Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
- Topic: In hindsight, how could you have avoided your first crash?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 9649
In hindsight, how could you have avoided your first crash?
Just about to buy my first bike (used, of course). Took the MSF course, feel confident enough to ride in non-urban areas. Buying good safety gear, and would really like to avoid using it. So I'd like to hear from all you experienced riders about your first (or other) crash. What could you have done ...
- Wed Jul 19, 2006 3:39 pm
- Forum: Motorcycle Reviews
- Topic: riding at altitude - carburetor or fuel injector?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 12901
Wow, thanks for the thorough write-up dieziege! As an engineer I knew about air density, but definitely learned a lot. so what style of bike are you looking for? Is this going to be your first bike? Yep, first bike. I'm debating whether to buy a bike that I can keep for a while, vs a starter bike th...